Work done by 2 objects move together

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Homework Statement


Object 1 pushes on object 2 as the objects move together, like a bulldozer pushing a stone. Assume object 1 does 15.0 J of work on object 2. Does object 2 do work on object 1?

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My answer is yes, the object 2 does work on object 1 as a resistive force. However, how do I know the exactly work that done by the object 2?

2 objects are moving together without mention under a constant velocity or acceleration. I've no clue on this.
 
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in all kind of situation?
 
MechaMZ said:
in all kind of situation?

I believe it is so in most cases.